2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Carisma | 525 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |